1970 Honda Z vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Z | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
